Jia Shen

Jia Shen is a serial entrepreneur known for his expertise in offline-to-online technologies, mobile and gaming, and bridging the gap between Asia and the West.

With a background in technology, Jia excels in growth hacking, social mechanics, deep analytics, and gamification, and has a keen interest in cutting-edge technologies.

Being a passionate gamer and hacker/programmer, Jia has founded, funded, and managed successful startups in the USA, China, and Japan, showcasing his versatile business acumen.

Currently, he is dedicated to developing PowerCore, a Smart Toy Platform, demonstrating his commitment to innovation and emerging technologies.

Jia's educational journey includes studies at John Hopkins University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, and Computer Science, highlighting his strong technical foundation.

Throughout his career, Jia has held key roles in various organizations, including CEO at GC Turbo Inc., and leadership positions at Mekalabo, Game Closure, PowerCore, Chocobots Games, and RockYou, among others.

His professional experience spans a wide range of technology sectors, from consumer shopping and email authentication to Enterprise International Supply Chain Management and VoiceXML/telephony, showcasing his diverse skill set and adaptability.

Notably, Jia was a key contributor to the original team at Bell Laboratories that shaped the VoiceXML format into the W3C standard, underlining his significant contributions to technological advancements.